Is Puffing Billy good?
Is Puffing Billy good?
A narrow gauge heritage railway in the Dandenong Ranges in Melbourne, the Puffing Billy Railway is Australia’s finest preserved steam railways. Running along its original mountain track from Belgrave to Gembrook, the Puffing Billy Railway offers visitors a quiet break from the hustle and bustle of Melbourne.
What is the best Puffing Billy Trip?
Most people choose to travel the route between Belgrave and Lakeside / Emerald Lake Park. It’s also the most picturesque and well-known part of the track, allows a return trip back to Belgrave and takes 60 minutes one way (2 hours return).
Can you take food on Puffing Billy?
There are also plenty of takeaway food and drink options at Belgrave Station and the Menzies Creek Museum. Please note, Puffing Billy Railway has gone cashless. Kindly ensure you bring your bank card on the day to make contactless payments. Yes, you are most welcome to do this.
Are there toilets on Puffing Billy?
4 answers. There are no toilets aboard our heritage carriages, however toilet facilities are available at all major stations, so it would be a maximum of 30 minutes aboard the train between each ‘toilet stop’.
Can you still hang your legs out of Puffing Billy?
After years of being locked away in the carriage, you’ll finally be able to hang your legs out of the iconic Puffing Billy steam train once again in the Dandenong Ranges. Puffing Billy CEO Stephen O’Brien told the Herald Sun that the practice is a “unique part of the Puffing Billy experience.” We couldn’t agree more!
Does Puffing Billy have a toilet?
Toilets with wheelchair access are located at Belgrave, Lakeside and Gembrook stations. There are no toilets on board our heritage carriages.
Does Puffing Billy run every day?
Puffing Billy Timetable The little steam train runs every day of the year except for Christmas Day. The 900 or so volunteers and dozens of permanent staff need a break too! The first regular service leaves at 10.30 am.
